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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · DL14 6TZ
Listing removedReduced £10k (−5%) on 21 JunListed 228 days
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About
Impressive four bedroomed semi-detached family home situated within the sought after Escomb Road.
This large, extended property features a driveway, carport and detached single garage providing a plenitude of off street parking, along with a stunning rear garden, south facing and well-maintained.
Located only a short distance from the town centre and local amenities including highly regarded primary and secondary schools, the hospital, supermarkets, high street stores, independent shops, restaurants and cafes.
There is an extensive public transport system in the area via both bus or train allows regular access to further afield places, such as; Darlington, Durham, Newcastle or York.
For commuters the A688 and A689 are both close by. Tindale's ever expanding retail park is only approx. 2 miles away and offers a range of well known high street retail shops and food outlets.
In brief. The property comprises an entrance hallway leading into the living room, dining room, kitchen and cloakroom to the ground floor.
The first floor consists of the master bedroom, three further bedrooms and family bathroom.
Externally to the front, there is a walled garden, meticulously maintained with perimeter borders, along with a gated driveway leading to the carport fitted with a roller garage door.
To the rear, there is an immaculately presented, south facing garden, fully enclosed with large block-paved area ideal for outdoor seating and furniture.
Steps ascend to the lawned area, outlined by established perimeter borders with a variety of flowers, plants and bushes with paved pathway leading to an additional patio space.
Plenty of space remains available for a garden shed and greenhouse, while the detached garage with up-and-over door provides additional storage/parking.
Living Room (4.1m x 4.0m (13'5" x 13'1")) Located to the front of the property is the bright and spacious living room fitted with gas fire with feature surround and large bay window to the front elevation allows lots of natural light Dining Room (4.1m x 3.9m (13'5" x 12'9")) The dining room is another large reception room with plenty of space for a table and chairs.
Bay window with patio door leads into the rear garden. Kitchen (4.0m x 1.2m (13'1" x 3'11")) The kitchen is fitted with a range of cream wall, base and drawer units.
Complementing wood work surfaces, tiled splashbacks and sink/drianer. Space is availabel for free standing appliances including plumbing for a washing machine and dishwasher.
Cloakroom Ground floor cloakroom fitted with a WC, wash hand basin and heated towel rail.
Master Bedroom (5.22m x 2.63m (17'1" x 8'7" )) Generously sized master bedroom offers space for a double bed with fitted wardrobes, corner shower cubicle and wash hand basin, neutral decor and dual aspect windows to the front and rear.
Bedroom Two (4.1m x 3.14m (13'5" x 10'3" )) The second bedroom is a large double bedroom with space for a king-sized bed and furniture, benefiting from fitted wardrobes, neutral decor and bay window to the front elevation.
Bedroom Three (4.2m x 2.9m (13'9" x 9'6" )) Another large double bedroom, again with fitted wardrobes, neutral decor and bay window to the rear elevation.
Bedroom Four (2.29m x 2.1m (7'6" x 6'10")) A single bedroom currently utilised as a home office which could be used as a playroom or dressing room. Window to the front elevation.
Bathroom (2.26m x 1.96m (7'4" x 6'5")) The family bathroom is fitted with a panelled bath with overhead shower, WC and wash hand basin. Frosted window to the side elevation.
External Externally to the front, there is a walled garden, meticulously maintained with perimeter borders, along with a gated driveway leading to the carport fitted with a roller garage door.
To the rear, there is an immaculately presented, south facing garden, fully enclosed with large block-paved area ideal for outdoor seating and furniture.
Steps ascend to the lawned area, outlined by established perimeter borders with a variety of flowers, plants and bushes with paved pathway leading to an additional patio space.
Plenty of space remains available for a garden shed and greenhouse, while the detached garage with up-and-over door provides additional storage/parking.
Value & comps
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About 54, Escomb Road, Bishop Auckland
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